480 Single Phase Surge Suppressors
Description
480 Single Phase Surge Suppressors are devices designed to protect electrical systems from voltage spikes by limiting the voltage supplied to an electric device. They are specifically tailored for systems operating at 480 volts, commonly found in commercial or light industrial settings. These suppressors ensure that the voltage remains within a safe range, thereby preventing damage to connected equipment.
Working Principle
The working principle of a 480 Single Phase Surge Suppressor involves detecting excess voltage and diverting it away from the protected equipment. When a surge occurs, the suppressor channels the extra voltage into the grounding wire, allowing only the proper voltage to continue through its normal path. This process is crucial as it prevents the surge from causing damage to sensitive electronic components. The suppressor acts as a barrier, ensuring that the connected devices receive a stable and safe voltage level, thus enhancing their longevity and reliability.
Applications
480 Single Phase Surge Suppressors are widely used in environments where electrical systems operate at 480 volts. Specific applications include protecting programmable logic controllers (PLCs), PLC networks, and computer circuits in industrial settings. They are also essential in safeguarding communication and power lines from damage due to voltage spikes, ensuring the uninterrupted operation of critical systems.
Advantages over other Single Phase Surge Suppressors
One of the key advantages of 480 Single Phase Surge Suppressors is their ability to handle higher voltage levels typical in commercial and industrial applications. This makes them more suitable for environments where standard residential voltage suppressors would be inadequate. Additionally, their design often includes features like high-surge current capability and bidirectional protection, which are not always present in lower voltage suppressors.
Limitations
A limitation of 480 Single Phase Surge Suppressors is that they are specifically designed for higher voltage systems and may not be suitable for lower voltage applications. Additionally, their effectiveness can be compromised if not properly matched with the system's wire specifications and voltage requirements. They may also require more complex installation procedures compared to plug-in style suppressors.
Considerations
When considering the use of 480 Single Phase Surge Suppressors, it is important to evaluate the initial costs, which may be higher due to their specialized design for high-voltage applications. Operating expenses can vary depending on the frequency and severity of voltage surges in the environment. Durability is generally high, but regular maintenance and inspections are recommended to ensure optimal performance. Replacement and maintenance costs should be factored into the overall cost of ownership, as these devices may need to be replaced after a significant surge event.
from MCG SURGE PROTECTION
Features: 120LS: I peak=120,000A/Phase (8 x 20 μs waveform). UL1449 3rd Edition. NEMA LS1-1992. Three times redundant protection paths per phase. Employs new 40kA varistors with built in high-speed thermal disconnect. Solid copper bus bar construction. Field-replaceable modules. EMI/RFI noise... [See More]
- Voltage: 120; 208; 220; 240; 277; 346; 380; 480; 600; 120/240
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; Device Mount
- Surge Current: 120000
from Pentair, Inc.
. COMPACT TYPE. 35 MM W X 68 MM D X 90 MM H SIZE. DISTRIBUTION PANEL BOARD, MOTOR CONTROL CENTER, SUB DISTRIBUTION PANEL USED ON. 0 TO 100 HZ FREQUENCY RATING. 14 AWG WIRE CONNECTION TYPE. UL 1449, CE APPROVAL. POWER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM APPLICATION. 480 TO 560 VAC VOLTAGE RATING. 35 MM DIN RAIL... [See More]
- Voltage: 480
- Surge Current: 100000
- Mounting: DIN Rail
- Operating Temp: -40 to 176
from CITEL SURGE PROTECTION
The DS70US is a universal SPD for the most demanding AC Power applications. The DS70US Series protects any single or three phase voltage up to 690Vac from the effects of lightning and switching transients. These SPD are approved to the new UL1449 4th Edition (effective March. 2016) and have... [See More]
- Voltage: 120; 240; 480; 600; 120/240; 120/208; 277/480; 347/600; 240-415 V, 400-690 V
- Operating Temp: -40 to 185
- Mounting: DIN Rail
- Standards: IEC; UL
from Transtector Systems, Inc.
The SP Series of AC panel surge protectors provides a full range of nominal operating voltages from 120 Vac to 600 Vac to support global AC surge protection requirements and voltages. The UL 1449 4th Edition design, uses thermally protected MOV technology to ensure robust, reliable, protection for... [See More]
- Voltage: 120; 208; 220; 240; 277; 346; 380; 480; 600; 120-600, 120-480 Vac
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Mounting: DIN Rail
- Surge Current: 50000 to 100000
from ASCO Power Technologies
The SPDee Series utilizes large Block 50kA Thermal Protected MOV ’s with surge current levels of 50kA per mode. The unit is a perfect replacement to the obsolete surge arrestors. With a small, compact design and line or load side installation flexibility, this unit can be installed anywhere in... [See More]
- Voltage: 480
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Mounting: Wall/Panel (optional feature); DIN Rail (optional feature); Pipe Nipple
- Surge Current: 50000
from Time Mark Corporation
Transient/Surge Absorbers (TSAs) provide system designers with a cost effective method of protecting sensitive electrical and electronic equipment from damage caused by switching transients, coil and motor backlash, and near miss lightning strikes. There are 3 models available: single-phase (1P),... [See More]
- Voltage: 480
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Mounting: Plug-in
- Maximum AC Power: 25000
from MCG SURGE PROTECTION
Features: 120,000 amps per phase. UL1449 3rd Edition. Field-replaceable, high capability protection modules with lifetime replacement warranty. High performance, low inductance MicroZ ™ -installed cable. (Click here). Event counter and front panel LEDs for status indication. LED internal... [See More]
- Voltage: 120; 208; 220; 240; 277; 346; 380; 480; 600; 120/240
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; Device Mount
- Surge Current: 120000
from Pentair, Inc.
. COMPACT TYPE. 17.5 MM W X 68 MM D X 90 MM H SIZE. DISTRIBUTION PANEL BOARD, MOTOR CONTROL CENTER, SUB DISTRIBUTION PANEL USED ON. 0 TO 100 HZ FREQUENCY RATING. 14 AWG WIRE CONNECTION TYPE. UL 1449, CE APPROVAL. POWER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM APPLICATION. 480 TO 560 VAC VOLTAGE RATING. 35 MM DIN RAIL... [See More]
- Voltage: 480
- Surge Current: 50000
- Mounting: DIN Rail
- Operating Temp: -40 to 176
from CITEL SURGE PROTECTION
These surge protector units are designed to protect a single-phase input and are recommended for mounting on a board or in a utility box. This series lets you choose a product by housing (metal or plastic), dimensions, performance, connection mode (series or parallel), or type of connection (wires... [See More]
- Voltage: 480; 230-277 Vac, 230-277 Vac, 230 Vac, 110-130 Vac, 24 Vac
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; Plate
- Standards: UL 1449 Third Edition; CE Marking; UL; N EN 61643-11
from Transtector Systems, Inc.
The SP Plus provides all mode system protection and integrity for critical applications. A compact design listed to UL 1449 4th Edition with robust surge capacity for long life and easy installation makes this unit ideal for all your surge protection requirements. [See More]
- Voltage: 120; 208; 220; 240; 277; 346; 380; 480; 120-480 Vac
- Surge Current: 50000 to 100000
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Operating Temp: -40 to 185
from ASCO Power Technologies
With surge current levels of 100kA, 150kA, 200kA, 250kA, 300kA, 400kA and 500kA per phase, our XAS Series is the SPD that covers most current SPD needs. With one replaceable module per unit containing Large Block 50kA Thermal Protected MOV ’s, this units low cost, reliability, flexibility and... [See More]
- Voltage: 480
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Mounting: Wall/Panel
- Surge Current: 100000
from MCG SURGE PROTECTION
Features: 120,000 amps per phase. UL1449 3rd Edition. Field-replaceable, high capability protection modules with lifetime replacement warranty. 8 Ft. installed cable. Front panel LED's for status indication. LED internal diagnostics for on-site maintenance. Audible fault alarm with mute switch. All... [See More]
- Voltage: 120; 208; 220; 240; 277; 346; 380; 480; 600; 120/240
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; Device Mount
- Surge Current: 120000
from CITEL SURGE PROTECTION
Type 2 AC Power Surge Protector. Imax: 80-200kA per phase. Protects All Modes. On Board Diagnostics: LED indicators, Audible Alarm, and Remote Contacts. EMI/RFI Noise Filtering. Sinewave Tracking. UL 1449 3rd Edition Listed. Optional Surge Counter [See More]
- Voltage: 120; 480; 600; 120/240; 120/208; 240/480; 277/480; 347/600; 230
- Operating Temp: -40 to 185
- Mounting: In-line or Integrally Attached
- Standards: CE Marking; UL
from ASCO Power Technologies
Our largest, highest kA SPD, the XBS Series utilizes two separate, dual redundant replaceable modules that work in parallel. With Large Block 50kA Thermal Protected MOV ’s with surge current levels of 600kA, 800kA and 1000kA per phase, this unit is for those “Mission Critical ”... [See More]
- Voltage: 480
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Mounting: Wall/Panel
- Surge Current: 1.00E6
from MCG SURGE PROTECTION
Features: 200,000 amps per phase. UL1449 3rd Edition. Independent lab tested modules. NEMA LS 1 Tested. Redundant modular protection withstands multiple lightning strikes. Solid copper bus bar construction for minimal impedance and enhanced current sharing. High performance, low inductance. Micro-Z... [See More]
- Voltage: 120; 208; 220; 240; 277; 346; 380; 480; 600; 120/240
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; Device Mount
- Surge Current: 200000
from CITEL SURGE PROTECTION
CITEL model DS150E is a heavy duty AC Surge Protection Device (SPD) for high exposure applications such as direct lightning strikes, capacitor bank switching and large inductive loads. The DS150E is a single pole device that incorporated a multi-varistor circuit. It offers unmatched mechanical... [See More]
- Voltage: 120; 220; 277; 480; 347V-480V, 347V-480V, 347V-480V
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Mounting: Symmetrical Rail 35 mm
- Operating Temp: -40 to 185
from ASCO Power Technologies
The XCS Series utilizes large Block 50kA Thermal Protected MOV ’s with surge current levels of 100kA per phase. With a compact economical design and line or load side installation flexibility, this unit can be installed anywhere in any electrical distribution system. FEATURES: UL 1449 Third... [See More]
- Voltage: 480
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Mounting: Wall/Panel
- Surge Current: 100000
from MCG SURGE PROTECTION
Features: 200,000 amps per phase, 8x20 us. Date & time of last event it handled/diverted displayed. Independent lab tested modules. UL1449 3rd Edition. NEMA LS 1. Redundant modular protection withstands multiple lightning strikes. Solid copper bus bar construction for minimal impedance and... [See More]
- Voltage: 120; 208; 220; 240; 277; 346; 380; 480; 600; 120/240
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; Device Mount
- Surge Current: 200000
from CITEL SURGE PROTECTION
CITEL model DS40 is a standard duty AC Surge Protector (SPD) used in distribution or control panel applications. The DS40 is a single pole module that can be combined with other DS40 modules or a DS40G (N-G Mode Only) module. It is configurable for all 1, 2, and 3 phase application up to 480V AC. [See More]
- Voltage: 120; 480; 277-347 V, 220-240 V, 120-127 V, 277-347 V
- Operating Temp: -40 to 185
- Mounting: Symmetrical Rail 35 mm
- Standards: UL 1449 Third Edition; CE Marking; CSA Mark; IEC; UL; EN 61643-11: Europe; NF EN 61643-11: France
from ASCO Power Technologies
The XDS Series utilizes large Block 50kA Thermal Protected MOV ’s with surge current levels of 100kA, 150kA and 200kA per phase. With line or load side installation flexibility, this unit is a great fit from the service entrance all the way down to each distribution and/or branch panel. [See More]
- Voltage: 480
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Mounting: Wall/Panel
- Surge Current: 100000
from MCG SURGE PROTECTION
Features: 400,000 Amps per phase 8x20 us. Date & time of last event it handled/diverted displayed. Independent lab tested modules. UL1449 3rd Edition. NEMA LS 1 Tested. High capability redundant modular protection withstands multiple lightning strikes. Solid copper bus bar construction for... [See More]
- Voltage: 120; 208; 220; 240; 277; 346; 380; 480; 600; 120/240
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; Device Mount
- Surge Current: 400000
from ASCO Power Technologies
The XRS Series utilizes uni-modular replaceable module design with Large Block 50kA Thermal Protected MOV ’s with surge current levels of 100kA, 150kA, 200kA, 250kA and 300kA per phase. FEATURES: UL 1449 Third Edition Listed. 100kA – 300kA per phase ratings. Type 4 SPD for intended Use... [See More]
- Voltage: 480
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Mounting: Device Mount
- Surge Current: 100000
from MCG SURGE PROTECTION
Features: I peak=120,000A/Phase (8 x 20 μs waveform). UL1449 3rd Edition Listed. Triple redundant - three fused surge paths/phase. Remote 1 Form C relay contacts with status LED. Neutral to Ground voltage monitor. Front panel protection status LEDs. Low profile design. All modes protected. [See More]
- Voltage: 120; 208; 220; 240; 277; 346; 380; 480; 600; 120/240
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; DIN Rail (optional feature); Device Mount
- Surge Current: 120000
from ASCO Power Technologies
Our highest kA internal-mount SPD, the XWS Series utilizes uni-modular replaceable module design with Large Block 50kA Thermal Protected MOV ’s with surge current levels of 300kA, 400kA, and 500kA per phase. This unit is for those “Mission Critical ” environments. FEATURES: UL 1449... [See More]
- Voltage: 480
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Mounting: Device Mount
- Surge Current: 300000
from MCG SURGE PROTECTION
Features: I peak=160,000A/Phase (8 x 20 μs waveform). UL1449 3rd Edition Listed. Triple redundant - three fused surge paths/phase. Remote 1 Form C relay contacts with status LED. Neutral to Ground voltage monitor. Front panel protection status LEDs. Low profile design. All modes protected. [See More]
- Voltage: 120; 208; 220; 240; 277; 346; 380; 480; 600; 120/240
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; DIN Rail (optional feature); Device Mount
- Surge Current: 160000
from MCG SURGE PROTECTION
Features: I peak=250,000A/Phase (8 x 20 μs waveform). UL1449 3rd Edition Listed. Triple redundant - three fused surge paths/phase. Remote 1 Form C relay contacts with status LED. Neutral to Ground voltage monitor. Front panel protection status LEDs. Low profile design. All modes protected. [See More]
- Voltage: 120; 208; 220; 240; 277; 346; 380; 480; 600; 120/240
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; DIN Rail (optional feature); Device Mount
- Surge Current: 250000
from MCG SURGE PROTECTION
Features: I peak=40,000A/Phase (8 x 20 μs waveform). UL1449 3rd Edition Listed. Remote 1 Form C relay contacts with status LED. Neutral to Ground voltage monitor. Front panel protection status LEDs. Low profile design. All modes protected. Filtering standard. Thermally protected MOVs. 20 Year... [See More]
- Voltage: 120; 208; 220; 240; 277; 346; 380; 480; 600; 120/240
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; DIN Rail (optional feature); Device Mount
- Surge Current: 40000
from MCG SURGE PROTECTION
Features: I peak=80,000A/Phase (8 x 20 μs waveform). UL1449 3rd Edition Listed. Remote 1 Form C relay contacts with status LED. Neutral to Ground voltage monitor. Front panel protection status LEDs. Low profile design. All modes protected. Filtering standard. Thermally protected MOVs. 20 Year... [See More]
- Voltage: 120; 208; 220; 240; 277; 346; 380; 480; 600; 120/240
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; DIN Rail (optional feature); Device Mount
- Surge Current: 80000